The fact that the CA1 region of the hippocampus has many ______________ is both a blessing and a curse
These receptors allow LTP and the ability to learn quickly, but they also can allow too much calcium into cells when activated by excess glutamate.
a. NMDA receptors
b. AMPA receptors
c. MGluR receptors
d. serotonin receptors
Answer: A
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a. Max Wertheimer. b. Abraham Maslow. c. Ivan Pavlov. d. Edward Titchener.
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a. viewing child pornography c. penetration b. fondling and exhibitionism d. a child and an additional adult
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Experiencing a traumatic event ____________ is especially likely to produce profound and chronic effects on brain biology
A) during a critical developmental window B) in adulthood C) during an already stressful time D) in early adolescence